Philippines eSIM — reviews & details
Philippines 10GB/Day · 10 GB/day · 1 days
10 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Philippines SMART 5G Globe 5G
Traveller reviews
Ava M.
Portugal · Jul 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. The QR code arrived instantly by email. Would definitely buy again.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Ava! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Sophie 💜
Ingrid G.
India · Jul 2026
Did the job without any drama in Philippines. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Really appreciate this, Ingrid! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Ingrid 💜
Linh P.
Egypt · Jul 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues.
Tom
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Appreciate you sharing this, Linh. Glad it mostly worked for you in Philippines — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Tom
Sarah F.
Netherlands · Jul 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Customer support answered my question quickly. A must-have for international travel.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks for sharing, Sarah! So pleased it saved you from roaming bills. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Somchai M.
Germany · Jul 2026
Super easy to set up before I flew out. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Will use GotoeSIM for my next trip for sure.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thanks a lot, Somchai! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. — Omar
Hana V.
France · Jul 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Streaming and video calls worked without buffering. Telling my friends about this.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for the kind words, Hana! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — Priya, GotoeSIM Support
Louis H.
United Kingdom · Jul 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Activation was automatic when I arrived.
Sara
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you so much, Louis! So happy the Philippines eSIM kept you connected. We're here whenever you travel again. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Mei L.
Spain · Jul 2026
Worked fine but took a little while to connect at first.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago We're really sorry, Mei. This isn't the standard we aim for. Reach our team at gotoesim.com/support so we can help right away. — Anna
Yuki R.
Switzerland · Jul 2026
Great value compared to roaming charges. I kept my normal number for calls while using this for data.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Cheers, Yuki! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Philippines. Wishing you many more connected adventures! — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Chloe P.
UAE · Jul 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 1 month ago Thank you for taking the time, Chloe. Glad it mostly worked for you in Philippines — we're always improving our coverage. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. – Sophie 💜
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Philippines eSIM cost?
The Philippines 10GB/Day plan costs $10.42 for 10 GB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.
How do I activate my Philippines eSIM?
Scan the QR code in your phone settings (Cellular/Mobile → Add eSIM) or tap Install in the GotoeSIM app. Install on Wi-Fi before your trip; it activates when you arrive in Philippines.
Will this eSIM work on my phone?
It works on any eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked phone — iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and recent Samsung Galaxy models.
Can I keep my regular number?
Yes. The eSIM runs alongside your normal SIM, so you keep your number for calls and texts while using data in Philippines.
Comments & questions
Fatima G. · 1 week ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Mateo S. · 3 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Mateo — not at purchase. – James, GotoeSIM Support
Zoe D. · 3 months ago
Which networks does this connect to?
It connects to trusted local partner networks, Zoe, on 4G/5G where available. — Laura
Fatima W. · 4 months ago
Is roaming charged extra or is it all included?
Roaming is included in the plan, Fatima — no extra charges, it's all prepaid. — Mark
Nguyen H. · 5 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
Yes Nguyen, recent Samsung Galaxy models support eSIM — add it under Settings › Connections › SIM manager. – Ingrid 💜
Anna S. · 5 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Topping up is easy, Anna! Just add more data to your existing eSIM in the app. – David, GotoeSIM Support
Aisha D. · 5 months ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Yes Aisha, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. — Anna
Chloe C. · 7 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
We recommend installing before you travel, Chloe, then it activates automatically on arrival. — Ken
Elena V. · 9 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
Your usage is tracked live in the app, Elena — check My eSIMs anytime. – Emma 💜
Lea H. · 11 months ago
How long does the QR code take to arrive after payment?
Your QR code arrives instantly, Lea — within seconds of payment, by email and in your account. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Ava R. · 1 year ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Ava — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. – Sara 💜
Sophia R. · 1 year ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Sophia, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Louis C. · 1 year ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Absolutely, Louis! Any iPhone XS or newer supports it. Scan the QR in Settings › Cellular. – Ken, GotoeSIM Support